1983 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1983 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Capri | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Civic |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |